Volunteer Opportunities

Architecture Specialty Group - Treasurer (1 hour/month)

Term: If elected, two years. After the second year, you may run again for the role.

Application deadline: Feb. 26, or open until filled

The Architecture Specialty Group (ASG) develops and promotes the conservation of immovable cultural heritage, including buildings, monuments, outdoor sculpture, and related sites. We provide a forum for the exchange of information yielded from practice and research to further the profession and practice standards of architectural conservation.

The ASG Treasurer maintains a written record of the meetings and activities, plus:

• Develops the annual budget and budget justification (sent in late August each year)
• Prepares a financial overview for the annual business meeting (typically May)
• Attends ASG monthly/bimonthly meetings and, when applicable, presenting the quarterly reports to the officers 
• Works with our AIC liaison to obtain any relevant budgeting materials and reports

Requirement:

• AIC and ASG or ECPN membership (for early career members)
  
• Include a Statement of Interest in the position and a short biography (300 words max each). Both will be included in the ballot.

Contact for questions:

• Brooke Russell, ASG Chair, brussell@evergreene.com
• Hector Berdecia-Hernandez, Program Chair, direcciongeneral@cencorpr.org
• Ali Wysopal, Vice Program Chair, ali.wysopal@mnhs.org
  

This is a two-year term; the Assistant Program Chair moves into the Program Chair position in the second year.

• Responsible for organizing the BPG reception at the AIC Annual Meeting.
• Works within set budget to plan reception.
• Advises Chair, Program Chair and Treasurer of costs and needs.
• Assists the Program chair with organizing the BPG sessions, as needed.
• Other duties as coordinated or delegated by the BPG Chair.

This is a two-year term (2025-2027).

• Records all financial transactions of the BPG.
• Reconciles quarterly statements from AIC office with BPG finances. Periodically checks to insure that expenditures are within budget parameters.
• Presents the annual financial report at the BPG business meeting.
• Prepares a proposed annual budget for the BPG in consultation with the BPG Executive Council, Discussion Groups and Committees. Submits budget to the AIC Financial Manager.
• Acts as a liaison with the AIC Financial Manager regarding reimbursement and/or advance payment for BPG members.
• Records the minutes of the BPG annual business meeting.
• Coordinates and compiles materials for fall and spring mailings to be sent to BPG membership. All mailings are sent electronically unless no e-mail address is on file; then they are sent by postal mail. These mailings typically include business meeting minutes, election ballots and other information pertinent to the group. Asks Executive Council, Discussion Groups and Committees for input.
• Provides BPG webmaster with electronic version of mailings for posting on BPG website.
• Maintains Secretary/Treasurer's records both in hardcopy and electronic form.
• Makes sure that records on the AIC annual checklist are sent to AIC.

Contemporary Art Network - Vice Chair (5-10 hours/month)

Term: Three years, one year in each role: One year as Vice Chair, transitioning to Chair for the following term, then Nominating Committee in the third year

Application deadline: Feb. 26 or until filled

The Contemporary Art Network (CAN!) supports the growing number of conservators and related professionals challenged with the preservation of contemporary art.

Areas of responsibility:

• Assist Chair in organizing conference calls, or in-person meeting during the annual meeting with all outgoing, continuing and incoming officers. 
• Run monthly CAN! Board meetings when the Chair is unavailable.
• Maintain a list of ongoing CAN! Projects with anticipated timelines, and work with CAN! Officers to meet or update deadlines.
• Oversee the creation of a CAN! Officers handbook, in collaboration with the Chair and CAN! Officers.
  

Requirement:

• AIC and CAN! membership
• Include a Statement of Interest in the position and a short biography (300 words max each). Both will be included in the ballot.
  

Contact for questions: Samantha Owens, Vice Chair of CAN!, at vicechair.can@gmail.com

Contemporary Art Network - Program Chair Track: Assistant Program Chair (1-5 hours/month)

Term:  If elected, 2 years. After the first year, you will move into the Program Chair position.

Application deadline: March 3, or open until filled

The Contemporary Art Network (CAN!) supports the growing number of conservators and related professionals challenged with the preservation of contemporary art.

Areas of responsibility:

• Work with the Program Chair to develop and coordinate CAN! programming at the AIC Annual Meeting.
• With the Program Chair, develop session themes and formats, to organize social events, and to collaborate with other groups and networks to plan joint sessions and receptions at the Annual Meeting.
• When applicable, help with developing an AIC activity or workshop appropriate to the meeting’s theme.
• Responsibilities include attending Annual Meeting planning conference calls and reporting back to the CAN! Board, attending bi-weekly CAN! Board meetings,
• With the Program Chair, draft and distribute calls for papers, coordinate and participate in abstract review, communicate with speakers and meeting organizers in lead up to the Meeting, and moderate sessions at the Meeting.   
• The Assistant Program Chair and Program Chair are required to attend the AIC Annual Meeting. There is some support for meeting attendance if you do not have institutional support.
  

Requirement:

• AIC and CAN! membership
• Include a Statement of Interest in the position and a short biography (300 words max each). Both will be included in the ballot.

Contact for questions: Basia Nosek, Vice Chair of CAN!, at vicechair.can@gmail.com

Term: 1 year. After the first year, you will move into the Program Chair position.

Description: The Assistant Program Chair is responsible for assisting the Program Chair with planning the specialty group sessions for the AIC annual meeting. This includes helping draft the call for papers, reviewing submissions, and coordinating logistics.

Requirements:

Include a Statement of interest in the position and a short biography (300 words maximum each). Both will be included in the ballot.

Contact: Dan Finn, current Chair, finnd@si.edu

Objects Specialty Group – Three-year chair track role: Year 1: Assistant Program Chair, Year 2: Program Chair, Year 3: Group Chair (10 to 20 Hours per month)

Term: 3 years

Description: Note there are three different descriptions; one for each year of service.

Year 1: Assistant Program Chair

• Assists Program Chair with organizing and chairing OSG programming at the AIC Annual Meeting.
• Specific duties can vary at the discretion of the Program Chair, but at the very least she/he will help review and select abstract submissions and participate in AIC conference calls and correspondence related to the Annual Meeting.
• This position is meant to help incoming officers learn the ropes so that they will be in a better position to take the lead the following year.
• Time commitment: varies per month, busy periods include abstract review (August through mid-October) and the weeks prior to the Annual Meeting (April-May).

Year 2: Program Chair

• Organizes and chairs all aspects of OSG programming at the AIC Annual Meeting.
• Programming typically includes OSG sessions; possible joint sessions with other Specialty Groups; the OSG business meeting; and a lunch and/or reception.
• Coordinates with AIC about talk selections; schedule planning; space/AV needs for each session; and space/catering needs for the lunch and/or reception and the Business Meeting.
• Liaises with speakers: edits abstracts; provides updates; answers questions; etc.
• Leads sessions: coordinates uploading of talks on conference computers; introduces speakers; moderates discussion periods; keeps sessions to time; communicates announcements from AIC; etc.
• Mentors the Assistant program chair.
• Corresponds with authors and works with the OSG Postprints Coordinators to ensure the timely publication of Postprints for his/her year.
• Time commitment: varies per month, busy times include abstract review period (August through mid-October) and the weeks prior to the Annual Meeting (April-May), and the Meeting itself (mid-late May).

Year 3: Group Chair

• Is responsible for all OSG activities. This will vary from year to year depending on the needs of the group. In addition to the regular activities listed below, special projects and initiatives may need to be undertaken. Some recent examples include: updating the Rules of Order and changing the officer structure; creating new positions and committees (e.g., ECPN/Social Media Liaison and Postprints Coordinators); and surveying membership on various issues (e.g., spending down excess reserves).
• Coordinates directly with the Board Specialty Group Liaison at the AIC Office.
• Writes the OSG column for the AIC Newsletter twice per year, plus helps coordinate a lead article if one is planned during the term.
• Advises the Program Chairperson as required.
• Appoints, monitors, and coordinates activities of OSG action committees.
• Answers group-related inquiries from the AIC Board and Office.
• Submits requested reports and updates to the AIC Board.
• Attend the annual Internal Advisory Group meeting (usually held in mid-November)
• Runs the annual group business meeting.
• Before the meeting, the Group Chair plans the meeting agenda, coordinates speakers, and receives the minutes and Treasurer’s report from the Secretary/Treasurer.
•  30 days before the meeting, anything that will be put to the vote needs to be posted on OSG-L for members to review. The agenda, the previous year’s minutes, and Treasurer’s report should be posted to OSG-L shortly before the meeting as well.
• Acts as general spokesperson for the Objects Specialty Group.

Requirements: Active AIC and OSG Membership

Contact for Questions: Emily Hamilton (hamiltes@buffalostate.edu) and Chantal Stein (chantalbstein@gmail.com)

Deadline: Feb. 26

Objects Specialty Group - Nominating Committee Co-Chair (2-3 hours/month between January and May)

Term: 3 years

Description: Seeking one member to serve as co-chair, who will:

• Solicit nominations from the OSG membership for elected positions (Assistant Program Chair and Secretary/Treasurer) and track nominations using Google Sheets
• Communicate with nominees to secure 2-3 candidates for elections to Assistant Program Chair (every year) and to Secretary/Treasurer (every 2-4 years) positions
• Coordinate election with AIC office staff, inform candidates of results, and announce results at the OSG Business Meeting
• In case of the resignation of an elected officer, appoint a new officer
• Track vacancies of appointed volunteer positions (Wiki team, Postprints team, ECPN Liaison, Nominating Committee) and coordinate with volunteers, officers, and AIC staff to advertise open positions, solicit applicants, review applications, and make appointments.
• Submit updates to OSG Chair for AIC News column and internal Board reports as needed.

See also:  AIC’s Objects Specialty Group

Requirements: Active AIC and OSG Membership

Additional considerations: None

Contact for Questions: Emily Hamilton and Chantal Stein, osgnomcomm@gmail.com

Deadline: Feb 26 or until filled

Term: If elected, 3 years. After the first year as Assistant Program Chair (1-year), you will move into the Program Chair position (1-year), and after the second year into the Chair position (1-year). Time commitment: 4-5 hours/month in the program chair roles and 5-10 hours/month once in the chair role.

Description:

• Year 1: The Paintings Specialty Group Assistant Program Chair assists the Program Chair in all organizational activities related to the annual meeting.
• Year 2: The Program Chair oversees the annual meeting program, including sessions, receptions, and the Tips Session.
• Year 3: The Chair oversees and coordinates all PSG-related activities. Works with other PSG officers in developing budget, annual meeting and leads monthly PSG meetings and the Annual Business Meeting. Also sits on the AIC IAG (Internal Advisory Group) Board that meets once a year.

Requirements: AIC and PSG Membership

Additional considerations: please have a biography and statement of interest in the position (300 words maximum) prepared for the application form.

Contact for Questions: Nominating Committee Chair Pam Skiles - pamskiles@gmail.com

This is a four-year chair track role:

Year 1: Assistant Program Chair, Year 2: Program Chair, Year 3: Group Chair, Year 4: Chair Emeritus.
The role requires attendance at the Annual Meeting during tenure, and support is available through AIC to facilitate attendance if needed.

Year 1: Assistant Program Chair

The Assistant Program Chair supports the Program Chair in organizing the Annual Meeting.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting in reviewing abstracts, organizing sessions, and chairing discussions.
• Preparing to transition into the Program Chair role the following year.
• Participating in conference calls at the request of the Program Chair and/or Chair. Attending the AIC Annual Meeting and moderating sessions during the meeting.
• Judging the Big Cheese Poster Award with the Program Chair and Chair.
• Participating in the RATS Business Meeting at the AIC Annual Meeting.
• Assisting in planning joint reception with other specialty group officer(s) for the AIC Annual Meeting.
• May attend the AIC Internal Advisory Board (IAG) Meeting at the request of the RATS Chair under special circumstances

Time commitment varies per month, and busy periods include abstract review (August through mid-October) and the weeks before the Annual Meeting (April-May).

Year 2: Program Chair

The Program Chair is responsible for all aspects of RATS programming at the AIC Annual Meeting, including:

• Heading abstract review committee for the Annual Meeting.
• Coordinating RATS sessions, joint sessions, and receptions.
• Working with AIC on scheduling, space/AV needs, and catering.
• Liaising with speakers, updating them, and answering questions, including scheduling group calls prior to the Annual Meeting.
• Leading sessions by managing talk uploads, moderating discussions, and ensuring timekeeping.
• Mentoring the Assistant Program Chair.
• Judging the Big Cheese Poster Award with the Assistant Program Chair and Chair.
• Coordinating with the RATS Postprints Editor to ensure timely publication.
• Facilitating additional programming such as roundtable discussions, lunches, and workshops.
• Scheduling moderators for sessions and providing necessary speaker information.
• Sending email announcements to members about RATS programming related to the Annual Meeting and relevant deadlines.

Time commitment varies per month. Busy times include the abstract review period (August through mid-October), the weeks before the Annual Meeting (April-May), and the Meeting itself (mid-late May).

Year 3: Group Chair

The Group Chair oversees all RATS activities and responsibilities, including:

• Coordinating strategic initiatives such as governance updates and committee formations.
• Serving as the primary liaison with the AIC Board and Staff.
• Writing RATS updates for the AIC Newsletter (twice per year).
• Advising the Program Chair.
• Handling inquiries from the AIC Board and Officers.
• Participating in Specialty Group calls and the Internal Advisory Board Meeting.
• Submitting required reports and updates to the AIC Board.
• Running the Annual Business Meeting, planning the agenda, and ensuring reports are distributed.
• Acting as spokesperson for RATS.
• Attending the AIC Annual Meeting and participating in RATS-related sessions.
• Judging the Big Cheese Poster Award with the Program Chair and Assistant Program Chair.
• Adjusting and updating RATS Operating Guidelines and transition documents.

Time commitment varies per month. Busy times include the abstract review period (August through mid-October), the weeks before the Annual Meeting (April-May), and the Meeting itself (mid-late May). Special activities may require significant time commitment depending on the size of the activity or project.

Year 4: Chair Emeritus

The Chair Emeritus provides continuity and guidance, including:

• Answering questions for the executive committee about past activities and policies. Serving as head of the Nominating Committee during their term and as a committee member for one year following their term.
• Responding to urgent RATS business and attending the Internal Advisory Group (IAG) Meeting at the request of the RATS Chair under special circumstances.

Time commitment varies per month, with most significant time commitment during the elections seasons early each calendar year.

Requirements
Active AIC and RATS Membership (RATS membership can be added upon election; all are welcome).

Contact for Questions
Name: Abed Haddad, Chair Emeritus, (abed_haddad@moma.org)

Deadline
March 1st, 2025

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Wooden Artifacts Group – Chair (8-20 hours per month)

Term: 2 years (2025-2027) with additional 2 year ex-officio duties as Chair Emeritus on Nominating Committee (2027-2029) 

Time commitment: 8-20 hours per month.

Description:

• The Chair oversees and coordinates the activities of WAG. In addition to the regular activities listed below, special projects and initiatives may be undertaken. These vary year to year depending on the needs of the group and the vision of the Chair. Recent examples have included initiating workshops and an online events program, and develping new positions (, for example, the new Online Events Coordinator).
  

• Responsibilities include attending Annual Meeting, organizing officer meetings, communicating WAG activity and other updates to group members, writing Board Reports (2 per year), assisting the Secretary-Treasurer with budget preparation, assisting the Program Chair and Assistant Program Chairs in organizing the annual WAG sessions as needed, attending AIC Specialty Group Officer meetings, sitting on the AIC Internal Advisory Board, and moderating and planning the WAG Business Meeting.

• If not supported by an institution, the Chair may request limited reimbursement for annual meeting registration/travel expenses from a budget line shared between the Program Chair and Assistant Program Chair.

Requirements:

• AIC and WAG membership
• Include a short biography and statement of interest in the position (300 words max)

Contact for Questions:

Nominating committee:

• Trevor Boyd - tboyd@mfah.org
• Genevieve Bieniosek - gbieniosek@gmail.com
• Elly Davis - elly@ellydavis.com
  

Deadline: February 28

Wooden Artifacts Group – Assistant Program Chair (5-10 hours per month)

Term: If elected, 2 years. After the first year as Assistant Program Chair (2025-26), you will move into the Program Chair position (2026-7).

Time commitment: 5-10 hours per month. Busy periods include abstract review (August through mid-October), the weeks prior to the Annual Meeting (April-May), and (of course) the week of the Meeting.

Description:

• The Assistant Program Chair supports the Program Chair to develop session themes and formats, to organize social events such as the WAG reception, and to collaborate with other groups and networks to plan joint sessions and receptions at the Annual Meeting.
  
• The progression of the role allows the officeholder one year to gain familiarity with the process while assisting the Program Chair.  In the second year, the officeholder assumes the position of Program Chair, with a new Assistant Program Chair to assist.

• Responsibilities include attending the Annual Meeting, attending officer meetings, drafting and distributing calls for papers, coordinating and participating in abstract review, communicating with speakers and meeting organizers in lead up to the meeting and ensuring the smooth running of the WAG sessions and moderating sessions at the Meeting.

• If not supported by an institution, the Assistant Program Chair may request limited reimbursement for registration/travel expenses from a budget line shared between the Program Chair and Chair.

Requirements:

• AIC and WAG membership
• Include a short biography and statement of interest in the position (300 words max)

Contact for Questions:

Nominating committee:

• Trevor Boyd - tboyd@mfah.org
• Genevieve Bieniosek - gbieniosek@gmail.com
• Elly Davis - elly@ellydavis.com
  

Deadline: February 28

Term: Two (2) year term, which may be renewed for a second term.

Deadline: Open until filled

Description: The AIC General Sessions Postprints Assistant Editor works with the managing editor and another assistant editor to prepare the annual meeting's general session postprints and disseminate them to the membership. It's helpful to have some editing or writing experience or be able to work with a small team to stay organized while reaching out to authors and tracking versions.

Requirements: AIC membership

Additional considerations: Please also have a biography and statement of interest in the position (300 words maximum) prepared for the application form.

Contact for Questions: Managing editor Jennifer Evers at aicpostprints@gmail.com.

Term: 3 years, with third year as chair

Deadline: March 1 or until filled

Description: The Awards Committee has three members whose terms are staggered. Every year the committee selects a new member that the AIC Board then appoints. Each member becomes the chair in their third year.

The committee:

• maintains, monitors, and evaluates the awards selection and presentation process
• promotes the importance of the awards and invites nominations
• reviews nominations and presents recommendations to the Board of Directors
• gathers biographical information on recipients and assist with award presentations.   

Requirements: AIC membership

Any member from any specialty can serve.

Term: Three years (2025-2028)

Application deadline: March 3

The Contemporary Art Network (CAN!) supports the growing number of conservators and related professionals challenged with the preservation of contemporary art.

Areas of responsibility:

• Communicates and encourages all speakers who present during CAN sessions or sessions that include contemporary materials or issues at the AIC annual meeting to submit extended abstracts, technical notes and articles to be published in the Contemporary Art Review, the official publication of the Contemporary Art Network. 

• The co-editors shepherd the written documents from submission through editing and then publication. Editing is shared amongst all members of CAN board and some volunteer members.

• Participates in CAN board meetings and aides other board members, where needed.

• Works with AIC’s publication staff.

Requirement:

• AIC and CAN! membership
• Include a Statement of Interest (300 words max)

Contact for questions: Email networkchair.can@gmail.com with any questions about the positions.

PERSONAL NOTE FROM A CO-EDITOR:
Being a co-editor is a team effort. I enjoy working with a group of my peers across disciplines. For the Contemporary Art Review, we have two groups of editors.  The co-editor position helps organize the editing process and reads all of the papers. There are also the peer-review editors  who read for content. This is a great way to meet colleagues and learn.  Join us!

Term: Two years (2025-2027)

Application deadline: Open until filled

The Contemporary Art Network (CAN!) supports the growing number of conservators and related professionals challenged with the preservation of contemporary art.

Areas of responsibility:

• Raise awareness of the group to attract new, active members.

• Encourage involvement of members in CAN! communications and publications, including JAIC and CAN! Wiki.

• Keep the broader AIC membership apprised of CAN! activities by writing or soliciting columns, blog posts, and articles as appropriate.

• Communicate with other AIC committees and specialty groups on behalf of CAN! about projects involving CAN! members and to promote CAN! Activities

• Liaison with the AIC Communications Committee and editors of CAN!’s new publication (title TBD).

As this is an evolving position, there is a lot of room for the new officer to shape this role.

Requirement:

• AIC and CAN! membership
• Include a Statement of Interest (300 words max)

Contact for questions: If you are interested in running for a position or would like to nominate a colleague, email networkchair.can@gmail.com with any questions about the position.

Term: 2 years with two possible 2-year renewals

Description: The Advisory Committee is responsible for the conception and planning of FAIC's Collaborative Workshops in Photograph Conservation. Examples of their recent project include The Big Picture workshop (2022) and Photomechanical Prints symposium (2023). Committee members provide input, ideas, and advice regarding workshop topics, speakers, and content. Additionally, committee members contribute to special projects as assigned, including acting as the committee liaison for a workshop. Members are expected to commit to monthly calls.

Requirements: Experience with photographic materials. Interest in training and education, public engagement and outreach, or mentorship. Preference may be given to applicants whose geographic locations, employment type, professional background, or experience diversify the current committee demographics. There is no AIC membership requirement. AIC membership is not required.

Contact for Questions: Nikkie Markle at nmarkle@culturalheritage.org (FAIC education manager) or Laura Panadero at L-Panadero@NGA.GOV (CWPC Advisory Committee chair)

Deadline: March 1, 2025

Term: 4 years; Years 1 and 2 as Vice Chair, and Years 3 and 4 as Chair (4-8 hours per month).

Deadline: March 1 or open until filled

Description: The Communications Committee is composed of 6 subcommittees which maintain standards, provide guidelines, and assists as necessary with AIC and Specialty Group publications, annual meeting postprints, outreach, the wiki, and AIC’s web platforms. The committee looks for partnership opportunities between groups both within and outside the organization to improve content, workflows, and volunteer resources. 

Committee leadership meets bimonthly (every other month) and includes the Chair, Vice Chair, liaisons from each of the subcommittees, the Board Liaison, representatives from the AIC staff, and the AIC editors. The Vice Chair assists the Chair as needed in leading meetings, creating minutes and board reports, and sharing documentation with the wider committee. The Vice Chair may participate in the work of any of the subcommittees and assumes the position of Chair at the end of their term. 

Requirements: AIC membership

Additional considerations: Prior experience with print, online publishing, wikis, or content management systems helpful, but not required.

Contact for Questions: Questions can be sent to Communications Committee Chair Luisa Casella at luisa.casella@gmail.com.

Emerging Conservation Professionals Network - Communications Co-Officer (3-5 hours/month)

Term: 2 years

Description: Act as the secretary and a lead editor for the Network, share opportunities and news, serve as ECPN liaison to AIC Communications Committee and liaise with other AIC committees and specialty groups, organize and collaborate with co-officers for AIC News articles, may include creating blog posts, online resources, webinars, and posting to social media.

Requirements: AIC membership, must identify as an emerging conservation professional.

Additional considerations: Applicants will be evaluated on their statement of interest, related experience, and the representation of underrepresented demographics.

Contact for questions: Questions can be sent to current ECPN Communications Officers at ecpn.aic.communications@gmail.com or Chair Kaela Nurmi at ecpn.aic.chair@gmail.com. Read more about us here: https://www.culturalheritage.org/ecpn.

Deadline: March 3

Emerging Conservation Professionals Network - Outreach Co-Officer (3-5 hours/month)

Term: 2 years

Description: Oversee ECPN Liaison Program, raise awareness of ECPN to attract new, active membership, work with liaisons to support ECPs through planning virtual and in person events, may include creating blog posts, online resources, webinars, and posting to social media.

Requirements: AIC membership, must identify as an emerging conservation professional.

Additional considerations: Applicants will be evaluated on their statement of interest, related experience, and the representation of underrepresented demographics.

Contact for questions: Questions can be sent to current ECPN Outreach Officers at
ecpn.aic.outreach@gmail.com or Chair Kaela Nurmi at
ecpn.aic.chair@gmail.com. Read more about us here: https://www.culturalheritage.org/ecpn.

Deadline: March 3

Emerging Conservation Professionals Network - Professional Education and Training Co-Officer (3-5 hours/month)

Term: 2 years

Description: Advocate for support of career development initiatives for emerging conservation professionals, help to develop a diverse programing that addresses each demographic of the Network, including pre-program, graduate student, and early-career professional, may include creating blog posts, online resources, webinars, and posting to social media.

Requirements: AIC membership, must identify as an emerging conservation professional.

Additional considerations: Applicants will be evaluated on their statement of interest, related experience, and the representation of underrepresented demographics.

Contact for questions: Questions can be sent to current ECPN PET Officers at
ecpn.aic.pet@gmail.com or Chair Kaela Nurmi at
ecpn.aic.chair@gmail.com. Read more about us here: https://www.culturalheritage.org/ecpn.

Deadline: March 3

EMERGING CONSERVATION PROFESSIONALS NETWORK - Vice Chair (3-5 hours/month)

Term: 1 year, then rotates into Chair position for 1 year term

Description: Propose and support ECPN projects and co-officers, in concert with the Chair, develop and coordinate ECPN programming at AIC Annual Meeting, serve as chair following vice chair term for a total of a two-year commitment.

Requirements: AIC membership, must identify as an emerging conservation professional.

Additional considerations: Applicants will be evaluated on their statement of interest, related experience, and the representation of underrepresented demographics.

Contact for questions: Questions can be sent to current ECPN Vice Chair and incoming Chair Ashley Stanford at ecpn.aic.vicechair@gmail.com or Chair Kaela Nurmi at
ecpn.aic.chair@gmail.com. Read more about us here: https://www.culturalheritage.org/ecpn.

Deadline: March 3

Term: 3 years with possible 2-year renewal

Description: Members of AIC's Education and Training Committee are essential in promoting the continuing education and professional development of AIC’s members. Committee members review FAIC scholarship and grant applications (at least one cycle each year) as well as evaluate and comment on workshop topics and proposals. Committee members are also expected commit to monthly calls and contribute to special projects as assigned.

Desired qualifications or review criteria: Applicants must be AIC members. Preference may be given to applicants whose professional background or experience diversify the current committee demographics. People who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, or having a disability are encouraged to apply.

Contact for questions: Nikkie Markle (FAIC education manager) nmarkle@culturalheritage.org; Maggie Wessling (ETC chair) margaret.m.wessling@gmail.com. 

Deadline: March 1, 2025

Term: 2 years with option to renew (flexible)

Deadline: Open until filled

Description: The Education Outreach (K-12) Subcommittee provides ideas, materials, and case studies for collaborations between educators and conservators to integrate conservation-related approaches and topics into a wide range of curricula and activities. Members participate in monthly Zoom meetings.  

• Current projects include co-organizing a concurrent general session for the upcoming AIC meeting and a teacher development workshop. 
• Past projects include resources for conservators, teachers and families on the AIC Wiki

Requirements:  None

Additional considerations: Prospective members should have a particular interest in outreach and engagement in the pre-K-12 area. Preference may be given to applicants in specialties or areas of focus not currently represented in the subcommittee.

Contact for Questions: Questions can be sent to the current Committee Chair Ellen Chase at chaseel@si.edu.

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EQUITY & INCLUSION COMMITTEE - Vice Chair (2-4 hours/month)

Term: 3 years total - 1 year as vice chair, then rotating into chair position for 2 years.

Description: The Equity and Inclusion Committee is currently seeking a vice chair.

As a member of this important committee, you will help shape AIC's efforts to create an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone in the conservation community. This committee is driven by AIC's core value that the preservation of cultural heritage is inseparable from honoring the creative achievements and histories of all peoples. Together, we work to ensure that the voices of all members are heard, valued, and respected. The committee is made up of eight members who serve staggered two-year terms, with the option for renewal.

What Will You Do?

• Collaborate with a diverse group of conservation professionals to identify strategic ways to improve equity and inclusion in AIC membership and programs.
• Shape initiatives that promote DEIA training, resources, and advocacy within AIC and the broader conservation field.
• Lead programs and events that bring awareness to DEIA topics, including speaker series and community engagement activities.
• Support recruitment, retention, and growth of underrepresented members in the conservation profession.
• Determine new annual themes that will provide focus for committee activities throughout the year.

Requirements: AIC membership

Additional Considerations: We seek members with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in conservation. Any AIC member is welcome! New members are selected based on how they complement the existing group and bring fresh perspectives to AIC’s DEIA goals. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned professional, your voice will make a difference.

Contact for questions: Questions can be sent to Committee Chair Lindsey Wavrek at eic.aic.chair@gmail.com or AIC Board Liaison Beth Edelstein. Read more about us here: culturalheritage.org/equity-and-inclusion.

EQUITY & INCLUSION COMMITTEE - 5 Committee Members (2-4 hours/month)

Term: 2 years with the option to renew.

Description: The Equity and Inclusion Committee is looking to grow significantly in 2025-26, and is currently seeking 5 new members.

As a member of this important committee, you will help shape AIC's efforts to create an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone in the conservation community. This committee is driven by AIC's core value that the preservation of cultural heritage is inseparable from honoring the creative achievements and histories of all peoples. Together, we work to ensure that the voices of all members are heard, valued, and respected. The committee is made up of eight members who serve staggered two-year terms, with the option for renewal.

What Will You Do?

• Collaborate with a diverse group of conservation professionals to identify strategic ways to improve equity and inclusion in AIC membership and programs.
• Shape initiatives that promote DEIA training, resources, and advocacy within AIC and the broader conservation field.
• Lead programs and events that bring awareness to DEIA topics, including speaker series and community engagement activities.
• Support recruitment, retention, and growth of underrepresented members in the conservation profession.
• Determine new annual themes that will provide focus for committee activities throughout the year.

Available positions:

While all members will maintain a focus on equity and inclusion, we are defining committee roles with a specific focus:

• Specialty Groups, Committees, and Networks Liaisons
  
• Programming
  
• Communications and Coordination
  
• Student or pre-program (1-year term)

In your application, please indicate the role(s) you have an interest in.

Requirements: AIC membership

Additional Considerations: We seek members with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in conservation. Any AIC member is welcome! New members are selected based on how they complement the existing group and bring fresh perspectives to AIC’s DEIA goals. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned professional, your voice will make a difference.

Contact for questions: Questions can be sent to Committee Chair Lindsey Wavrek at eic.aic.chair@gmail.com or AIC Board Liaison Beth Edelstein. Read more about us here: culturalheritage.org/equity-and-inclusion.

Term: 3 years with possible 3-year renewal

Deadline: Reviewed beginning March 3, open until filled

Description: The AIC Ethics & Standards Committee is seeking two new members. At the request of the AIC Board, the Committee:

• Hears and assesses issues of alleged misconduct or interpretation of the following organizational documents: Code of Ethics, Guidelines for Practice, and Commentaries to the Guidelines.
• Serves the public and members of AIC in clarifying proper adherence to the principles stated within the Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice and the Commentaries 
• Serves in an advisory capacity to the AIC Board, which determines final resolution of issues
  

Requirements: Applicants must be either a Fellow or Professional Associate member. Any member from any specialty can serve. 

Additional considerations: The AIC Bylaws state that the committee  is “appointed by the Board of Directors consisting of a total of five (5) members who are Professional Members or Fellows, with no more than two (2) members who only hold the designation of Fellow to investigate allegations of unethical conduct as requested by the AIC President and following the Board of Directors Approved policy.” AIC committee members represent the diverse disciplines, educational paths, and geographical areas reflected in the AIC membership. 

Contact: Lissa Rosenthal-Yoffe, Executive Director, lissa@culturalheritage.org or Suzanne Siano, Ethics & Standards Committee Chair, ss@modernartconservation.com. 

EMERGENCY COMMITTEE - Member (4 Positions Open)

Term: 3-year terms with an option to renew for 1-year as an emeritus member.

Description: The Emergency Committee aims to promote awareness and increase member knowledge in the areas of emergency preparedness, response, and recovery for cultural heritage. Members participate in one of the subcommittees dedicated to creating programs & partnerships, outreach (AIC News/Social), or maintaining the AIC EC Wiki and Zotero Library of resources.

Requirements: AIC membership

Additional Considerations: We are looking for members with diverse expertise and experience to complement the current committee members.

Contact for Questions: Questions can be sent to current co-chairs Cornelia Posch (posch@udel.edu) and Irene Karsten (irene.karsten@pch.gc.ca). Read more about us here: Emergency (culturalheritage.org)

Deadline: March 1, 2025

Health and Safety Network – Wiki and Website Coordinator (3-4 hours/month)

Term: Four years, renewable

The Health and Safety Network is a group of conservators and health & safety professionals who study health and safety trends, collaborate on health and safety resources, and educate AIC members and other cultural professionals on best practices for health and safety issues.

Our officers actively seek collaborators in our mission to increase the profession's knowledge of safety hazards, control measures, and general health issues. We do this through a variety of media, including articles and safety guides in the AIC member newsletter and the Health and Safety Wiki.

The Wiki and Website Coordinator:

• Attends the monthly H&S meeting via Zoom
• Oversee general content, maintenance, updates, and postings on the AIC H&S website and Wiki.
• Liaise with AIHA Museum & Cultural Heritage Industry Working Group and Subcommittee Editors for accuracy of content before posting.
• Liaise with AIC e-Editor regarding content layout and troubleshooting.
• Promptly updates information on the Website/Wiki.
  

Requirements: AIC Membership

Additional considerations: Experience with content management systems and/or Wiki editing is preferred but not required.  Attendance at the AIC Annual Meeting is not required.

Contact for Questions: H&SN Chair Stephanie Black, sblack@anchoragemuseum.org.

Deadline: April 15

APPLY

Imaging Working Group - Vice Chair to Chair

Term: 3 years: 1-year term that transitions into 2-year term as Chair

Deadline: March 3, or until filled

Description: The AIC Imaging Working Group (IWG) is an international community of conservators, photographers, scientists, and others with the shared interested of conservation imaging. We prioritize communication, connection, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to develop and share resources, projects, and solutions. One major effort has been to develop an Imaging Wiki on the AIC Wiki platform (www.conservation-wiki.com/wiki/Imaging) as a dynamic online resource for the community. The IWG is partnered with the AIC Research and Technical Studies (RATS) Specialty Group and plans annual imaging tracks at the AIC annual meeting.

Vice Chair responsibilities include:

• Attending IWG meetings and Leadership Team meetings (~2hrs/month)
• Supporting IWG Chair and IWG Secretary (~1-2hrs/month)
• Learning/training while providing support to the Chair (~1hr/month)
  

Requirements: Demonstrated interest in imaging and in networking with other imaging, conservation, and allied professionals. Preference for IWG leadership team to be AIC and RATS members.

Contact for Questions: Chair Adam Neese at adam_neese@moma.org

Imaging Working Group - Program Chair

Term: 2 year term

Deadline: March 3 or open until filled

Description: The AIC Imaging Working Group (IWG) is an international community of conservators, photographers, scientists, and others with the shared interested of conservation imaging. We prioritize communication, connection, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to develop and share resources, projects, and solutions. Our major effort has been to develop an Imaging Wiki on the AIC Wiki platform (www.conservation-wiki.com/wiki/Imaging) as a dynamic online resource for the community. The IWG is partnered with the AIC Research and Technical Studies (RATS) Specialty Group.

IWG has planned well-attended sessions at the AIC Annual Meeting for several years. We need your help to keep it going!

Responsibilities include:

• Attending IWG meetings and Leadership Team meetings
• Drafting call for single or joint sessions
• Advertising call for presentations
• Reviewing abstracts and attending meetings as part of the review process
• Meetings with AIC and any joint groups to prepare for conference
• Corresponding with presenters
• Moderating session at AIC Annual Meeting
• Planning IWG social at Annual Meeting
  

Requirements: Demonstrated interest in imaging and in networking with other imaging, conservation, and allied professionals. AIC membership.

Contact for Questions: Outgoing Chair Adam Neese at adam_neese@moma.org

Imaging Working Group - Secretary

Term: 2 years

Deadline: March 3, or until filled

Description: The AIC Imaging Working Group (IWG) is an international community of conservators, photographers, scientists, and others with the shared interested of conservation imaging. We prioritize communication, connection, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to develop and share resources, projects, and solutions. One major effort has been to develop an Imaging Wiki on the AIC Wiki platform (www.conservation-wiki.com/wiki/Imaging) as a dynamic online resource for the community. The IWG is partnered with the AIC Research and Technical Studies (RATS) Specialty Group and plans annual imaging tracks at the AIC annual meeting.

Secretary responsibilities include:

• Take notes and circulate to leadership team
• Email announcements for meetings and send out agenda
• Recording, editing, and managing virtual meetings.
• General correspondence with leadership team and Online Community, and maintaining the IWG contact list.
• Attending IWG meetings and Leadership Team meetings (~2hrs/month)
  
  

Requirements: Demonstrated interest in imaging and in networking with other imaging, conservation, and allied professionals.

Contact for Questions: Chair emeritus Adam Neese at adam_neese@moma.org or current chair Jeff Evans at aic.imagingwg@gmail.com.

Imaging Working Group - Wiki & Community Lead ~6 hours per month

Term: 2 years

Deadline: March 3, or until filled

Description: Are you passionate about imaging, conservation, and community-building? The IWG is looking for a dedicated Wiki & Community Lead to help manage our Imaging Wiki and foster engagement within our professional network.

Responsibilities:

• Attend IWG & Leadership meetings (~1-2 hrs/month)
• Help steer the 2nd Edition of the the IWG Wiki (~2 hrs/month)
• Help with announcements & outreach on IWG platforms and social media (~1 hr/month)

The IWG is a global community of conservators, photographers, and scientists collaborating on imaging solutions for cultural heritage. We are a partner of the AIC Research and Technical Studies (RATS) Specialty Group. Our flagship project, the Imaging Wiki (conservation-wiki.com/wiki/Imaging), is a dynamic resource for the field. There was a huge push to get it into the first version, and now we’re looking for someone to guide it into its new iteration!

Requirements: Demonstrated interest in imaging and in networking with other imaging, conservation, and allied professionals. Preference for AIC members.

Contact for Questions: Chair Adam Neese at adam_neese@moma.org or outgoing Wiki & Community Lead Wendy Rose via aic.imagingwg@gmail.com.

Member Engagement Subcommittee - Member (3-4 hours/month)

Term: Two-year terms with an option to serve a second two-year term.

Deadline: March 1, or until filled

Description: The Member Engagement Subcommittee supports both new and existing AIC members to ensure they are acknowledged and made aware of benefits and various opportunities in the organization, with a focus on enhancing member experience. Alongside committee and staff members, you encourage members to take on volunteer roles, provide support to first-time volunteers, recognize the work of volunteers, and promote ongoing member engagement in AIC, including promotion of membership designations. Members serve staggered two-year terms with an option to serve a second two-year term. While most of this subcommittee work is collaborative, the chair's additional duties are to schedule meetings and coordinate agendas.

The group is currently:

• Planning and hosting the Monthly Member Meetup.
• Developing materials and communication strategies to ensure all members feel welcomed and supported.
• Creating a plan to encourage members, particularly new members, to serve in a volunteer capacity for AIC.
• Hosting an ongoing conservation book club.
• Planning ways for members to engage with one another at the annual meeting.

Requirements: AIC membership

Additional considerations: We are seeking to fill a range of career stages and types. If you don’t feel you can make a commitment to serve a full term, we welcome members who would like to work on a small project during unstructured time. Please let the chair know if one of the above items appeals to you.

Contact for Questions: MES chair Rebecca Rushfield at wittert@juno.com or past chair Jen Hunt Johnson at jhuntjoh@nd.edu

Term: 3 years (with option to renew for one additional term) 

Description: The Membership Committee is a standing committee and is specified in the organization’s bylaws. We are seeking one new member of this committee.

The AIC Bylaws state that the committee consists of “a total of five (5) members who are Professional Members or Fellows, with no more than two (2) members who only hold the designation of Fellow. Committee members represent the diverse disciplines, educational paths, and geographical areas reflected in the AIC membership.

We have 3 primary responsibilities:

• To review applications for Professional Member and Fellow membership to ensure that minimum standards are met by applicants and the applicant’s practice is in accordance with AIC core documents, listed under Organizational Documents in Governance on the AIC website. Applications will be evaluated according to a rubric to establish if they meet the Essential Competencies.
• To assist in encouraging peer-review applications, and communicating to members the benefits of being a peer-reviewed member and taking leadership roles in AIC.
• To report annually to the AIC board, through the board liaison, on trends in applications and changing needs of membership, along with suggested actions in response to noted trends and changing needs of membership.

Requirements:

Contact for questions: Current Chair Whitney Baker, wbaker@ku.edu.

Term: 2 years preferred, No term limit

Deadline: March 4, or applications accepted on a rolling basis until filled.

Responsibilities include:

• Respond to messages to the OSG wiki editor email address
• Organize an annual wiki edit-a-thon
• Identify areas in need of content and reach out to relevant experts for contributions; edit and upload contributions on behalf of others as needed
• Facilitate Wiki training for contributors with AIC E-editors as needed
• Collaborate with Wiki editors in other specialty groups
• Raise awareness in the OSG community about the Wiki pages
  

Requirements: Applicants should be OSG members and have familiarity with the AIC Wiki.

Additional considerations: Experience with wiki editing is not required; training can be provided.

Contact for Questions: Jen Mikes (osgwiki@gmail.com)

Term: 2 years

Deadline: March 4, or open until filled

Description: The Outreach Subcommittee creates, reviews, and improves content to help AIC members engage with their communities as professionals. The subcommittee collaborates with other groups within AIC, or recommends partnerships or alliances, to research and engage in strategic activities that facilitate outreach. Members participate in monthly Zoom meetings.

• Current projects include coordinating new guides for the public on caring for their items, helping members learn more about outreach in their own careers, etc.
• Past projects include a guide for journalists about conservation and a roundtable on working with the media.

Requirements: None

Additional considerations: Prospective members should have broad interest in communications and outreach, including community outreach. Preference may be given to applicants in specialties or areas of focus not currently represented in the subcommittee.

Contact for Questions: Questions can be sent to current committee Chair Megan Brakob Narvey at megan.brakobnarvey@mnhs.org.

Position: PMG Website Coordinator (1-4 hours per month)

Term: At least one year, limit of 4 years

Description: The Website Coordinator plays a crucial role in managing and updating the Photographic Materials Group’s online content. Our current website can be found here: https://www.culturalheritage.org/membership/groups-and-networks/photographic-materials-group. The coordinator works with the PMG Communications Committee and liaises with AIC staff to make the updates.

Requirements: AIC and PMG membership

Deadline: March 1, 2024, or until filled

Contact for Questions: Please email outgoing Website Editor Lisa Duncan at lisaduncan.artconservator@gmail.com with questions or for additional details about the role.

SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE 

Position: Member (minimum of 3 hrs/month)

Term: 2 years (with the opportunity to renew for second 2-year term)

Description: The Sustainability Committee (SC) seeks 2 or more members to join our dynamic, interdisciplinary team for a two-year term. The positions are open to all AIC members. Volunteers should be available to attend one, hour-long virtual meeting per month with an additional commitment of 2-3 hours of work each month.

We are seeking members with an enthusiasm for leading the field in a more sustainable direction through advocacy and innovation. While certainly not required, we are especially interested in applicants with interest in outreach/social media, podcasting, and in future leadership on the SC. 

We encourage applicants from archaeological or built heritage specializations, as well as those whose day-to-day work is impacted by climate change. We are open to your new and interesting ideas on ways this field can adapt and innovate to address this crisis.

Member Tasks: 

• Support committee projects to increase awareness of sustainable practices in the conservation community. 
• Attend the monthly meeting. 
• Contribute to research, publications, the Sustainability Now eblast, the SC 'Green Tea' podcast, and social media posts. 
• Plan and host webinars with experts in the field about topics related to sustainability. 
• Write, edit, and create content for the AIC Sustainable Practices Wiki and the Sustainability in Cultural Heritage Preservation & Conservation Resource Bank on Zotero.  
• Help plan the Sustainability Session and SC booth for the AIC Annual Meeting. 
• Collaborate with related committees, networks, and working groups. 
• Connect with outside experts and other allied professionals to build a network of sustainability-focused individuals, institutions, and organizations. 
  

Requirements: There are no requirements beyond AIC membership for application. Previous experience with sustainability is helpful but not required.

Additional considerations: Please include a resume and statement of interest in the position (300 words maximum) in the application 

Questions: If you have questions, please email the SC at aicsustainability@gmail.com.

 Deadline: March 3rd, 2025

Textile Specialty Group - Achievement Award Committee Chair Track: Alternate to Chair, 1 hour/month.

Term: 4 years. Year 1: Alternate. Year 2 and 3: Member. Year 4: Chair.

Deadline: March 4

Description: The TSG Achievement Award Committee is seeking a new committee member. The TSG Achievement Award Committee is made up of four TSG members, three voting members and an alternate. They will be responsible for selecting awardees that have shown dedication, commitment, leadership and continuous contribution to the field of Textile Conservation. Each committee member will serve staggered four-year terms with one new member chosen and one finishing their tenure each year. The first year of their term, the member will serve as alternate (non-voting member) and will serve their last year as the committee chair. During this period, the members themselves will not be eligible to be nominated or to nominate a candidate. The Chair of the committee is responsible for coordinating activities of the committee and for keeping the TSG Chair informed of the committee's work.

See more about the award.

Requirements: Must be a member of TSG.

Additional considerations: Textile specialty preferred. Please have a biography and statement of interest in the position (300 words maximum) prepared for the application form.

Contact for Questions: Achievement Award Committee Chair, Sarah Scaturro, at sscaturro@clevelandart.org

Position: Textile Specialty Group Postprints Copyeditor

Term: 1 year

The Objects Specialty Group is seeking additional copyeditors for the Postprints editorial team.

Areas of Responsibility:

Open volunteer position for TSG Postprints copy editors. The copy editors are part of a general editing pool. They will edit a certain number of submissions according to JAIC Style Guidelines before the Lead Editor reads them. The number of submissions varies from year to year depending on the number of presentations. At the end of the year the copy editors may decide to remain a copy editor, be promoted to associate editor, or leave the group.

Requirements:

• AIC and TSG membership

 Deadline: March 4, 2024, or until filled

Contact for Questions: Alexandra Barlow, Lead Editor 2024, alexandrapbarlow@gmail.com

Position: Textile Specialty Group (TSG) Wiki Co-editor 

Term: 2 years

Description: The Textile Specialty Group is seeking a wiki co-editor. TSG wiki editors serve staggered two-year terms that overlap, to maintain continuity on projects and to allow for mentorship. The editors take overall responsibility for maintaining and improving the TSG wiki and associated resources, communicating with compilers, contributors, and the wider membership, and delivering an annual report on Wiki activities. The editorial team is expected to meet/confer frequently throughout the year.

Requirements: As wiki editing training will be provided, enthusiasm and commitment to improving the TSG wiki are the most important characteristics needed for this role!

Additional considerations:

• AIC and TSG membership

Contact for Questions: Current Wiki co-editors (Kate Clive-Powell and Jackie Peterson-Grace) at textilespecialtygroup.wiki@gmail.com.

Wooden Artifacts Group – Online Events Coordinator (~5 hours per month)

Term: No term limit but please be willing to commit for at least one year. 

Application Deadline: March 4, or open until filled

Description: The Online Events Coordinator works with the Chair to develop and organize the WAG online events program (up to 4 one-hour events per year). Responsibilities include working with the Chair to develop events and recruit speakers, working with AIC Staff Liaisons to schedule events and pay speakers, and moderating events (organizing practice sessions, introducing speakers, and hosting Q&A).

Requirements: Active AIC and WAG membership. You may substitute a short bio for the CV, please include a statement of interest in the position (300 words max).

Contact for Questions: Outgoing Events Coordinator Elly Davis - elly@ellydavis.com or Chair Cathy Silverman - catherine.silverman@yale.edu.